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Tuesday, October 6, 2009 12:00 AM

Turning 50: It's all downhill from here

I've got only a genetic disease and old age to look forward to
By Cary Tennis

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  • Tuesday, October 6, 2009 04:48 PM

    Sign In An Irish Bar

    "Never complain about growing old.

    Many are denied the privilege."

    There is also an old New England saying-

    "You've got to be alive to complain."

    —cemeteryman Read cemeteryman's other letters

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